1. Introduction
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose personal and sensitive information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
2. Personal Information We Collect
We may collect personal and sensitive information that is necessary to provide aesthetic and medical services, including but not limited to:
Name, date of birth, address, phone number, and email address
Medical history and health information
Treatment records, consultation notes, and clinical photographs
Medicare or healthcare-related information (where applicable)
Payment and billing information
Sensitive information, including health information, is collected only with your consent or where required by law.
3. How We Collect Information
We collect personal information directly from you when you:
Book an appointment or attend a consultation
Complete medical history or consent forms
Communicate with us via phone, email, website, or social media
Make payments for services
We may also collect information through our website via contact forms or online booking systems.
4. Use of Personal Information
Your information is used for purposes including:
Providing safe and appropriate aesthetic treatments
Assessing suitability for procedures
Maintaining accurate medical records
Communicating with you regarding appointments and follow-ups
Billing and administrative purposes
Complying with legal, regulatory, and professional obligations
We will not use your information for marketing purposes without your consent.
5. Disclosure of Personal Information
We may disclose your personal information only where necessary, including:
To healthcare professionals involved in your care
To practice management, booking, or secure record-keeping software providers
Where required or authorised by law (e.g. AHPRA, legal obligations)
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
6. Storage and Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, loss, unauthorised access, or disclosure. Information is stored securely in electronic and/or physical form, with access limited to authorised personnel only.
7. Access and Correction
You have the right to request access to your personal information and to request corrections if you believe it is inaccurate, out of date, or incomplete. Requests can be made in writing using the contact details below.
8. Cookies and Website Data
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience. These do not identify you personally and can be disabled via your browser settings.
9. Complaints
If you believe your privacy has been breached, you may contact us directly so we can address your concerns. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
10. Contact Us
For questions, access requests, or privacy concerns, please contact:
Celena Blows
Email: celena@theaestheticroomadelaidehills.com.au
Phone: 0439 209 499
The Aesthetic Room
24 Mount Barker Road, 1 Pitt Lane, Totness, SA 5250